Question #39
Reading: Reading 25 The Term Structure and Interest Rate Dynamics
PDF File: Reading 25 The Term Structure and Interest Rate Dynamics.pdf
Page: 15
Status: Correct
Correct Answer: A
Part of Context Group: Q39-40
First in Group
Shared Context
Question
Based on her first comment about bond spreads, Eden is most likely tracking which spread?
Answer Choices:
A. TED spread
B. MRR-OIS spread
Explanation
TED spread is the difference between the MRR (captures the risk of interbank loans) and T-
bill yield. The MRR-OIS spread measures the difference between MRR and the overnight
indexed swap rate, and is a measure of general credit risk and well-being in the banking
system.
The Z-spread is the constant spread, when added to benchmark spot rates, makes the
present value of a bond's future cash flows equal to its market value. The Z-spread
measures credit, liquidity, and option risk on a risky bond.